Willie Jeffries, a native of Union, South Carolina, The United States of America was a legendary college football coach. In his remarkable 29-year career, Jeffries compiled a 179-132-6 record. He coached 19 years at his alma mater South Carolina State University (SCSU) in two stints, five years at Wichita State University, and five years at Howard University.

Jeffries won almost 60 percent of the college games he coached, which made him the “winningest” coach in the 107-year history of SCSU and owner of more MEAC victories than any other coach. His record includes three Black National Championships, seven Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) championships, several post-season appearances, and numerous coaching awards.